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Saronic Technologies is seeking a Mission Operations Specialist to lead and coordinate the Mission Operations team's delivery of autonomous surface vessel (ASV) programs and projects. This role bridges internal engineering teams and external DoD stakeholders, managing project timelines, budgets, and quality standards while ensuring mission success.
Key responsibilities include: (1) Program Leadership—driving product-supporting programs like the Corsair platform toward defined goals, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to establish objectives and deliverables, monitoring progress, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing corrective measures. (2) Mission Planning & Execution—working with DoD customers to develop comprehensive mission plans considering route optimization, environmental conditions, and risk mitigation; operating ASV systems during missions, monitoring vessel performance and sensor data in real time, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining situational awareness of maritime environments. (3) Data Analysis & Reporting—collecting and interpreting mission data to derive actionable insights, generating comprehensive reports with findings and recommendations, and providing feedback to engineering teams for continuous improvement. (4) Training & Support—conducting training sessions for DoD personnel on ASV operation, mission planning, and maintenance; providing ongoing operational support to end-users. (5) Compliance & Safety—ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, DoD policies, and industry standards; implementing safety protocols to mitigate operational risks.
You will provide guidance and mentorship to team members, foster collaborative team environments, and balance individual contributor work with team leadership. The role requires demonstrated project coordination and leadership experience, strong organizational and time management skills, excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, and proactive problem-solving. Travel is required. Physical demands include swimming/treading water certification, lifting up to 75 lbs., extended time on water, and operation in various lighting and weather conditions for up to 12 hours per day.
